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In Defense of Extract Kits

Extract kits can be a bit maligned in the homebrew community, but before you disregard them completely, take a look at why we think they can be pretty great.

Beer trading gone mainstream: The Brewswap mobile app and rise of hyperlocal microbreweries

In 2005, there were 1,395 craft breweries located in the US. Fast forward to 2015 and that number exploded to 4,269.

BY: Brewswap

Scratch Brewing’s Basil Ale Recipe

Not only is basil extremely aromatic, but it also lends both a spicy edge and a sweet finish to beer—hops-like without the extra bitterness

Make Your First Batch an IPA

Seriously consider brewing an IPA for one of your first batches of homebrew.

Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine Best in Beer 2016: Readers’ Choice & Editors’ Picks

From your reader picks to our tightly curated (and much argued-over) editors’ picks for the year, we’ve left no stone unturned in bringing you the absolute best in the world of beer this year.

Pumpkin Mousse Tiramisu Recipe

Move over pumpkin pie and let this incredible tiramisu made with a Belgian quad take center stage at the Thanksgiving celebration.

Make Your Best Southern English Brown

The southern English brown ale is a sweet beer and big on flavor, with a sessionable ABV. Josh Weikert discusses his favorite techniques for brewing the best southern English brown ever.

Run to the Pils Recipe

Jeremy Myers, head brewer and co-owner of Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company (Croydon, Massachusetts) notes that there are no brewing salts added for mash pH adjustment. This recipe follows the Reinheitsgebot, so he uses acidulated malt.

Barrel-Aged Beer: To Cellar or Not to Cellar?

Consider 4 aspects before you decide to put a bottle of barrel-aged beer in the cellar.

Spatchcock Chicken with Dried Cherry Panzanella Recipe

Dried cherries and a dark lager create a rich tangy and sweet panzanella that pairs perfectly with the crispy grilled chicken.